Ananda
GirlSanskrit
Ananda is a girl name of Sanskrit origin meaning "happiness, bliss, joy".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu | Buddhist
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
6 letters
Meaning
happiness, bliss, joy
Etymology
Derived from Sanskrit 'ananda', meaning happiness or bliss, which is a significant concept in Hinduism and Buddhism.
Famous People Named Ananda
- Ananda Mahidol — eighth monarch of Siam from the Chakri dynasty as Rama VIII
- Ananda Coomaraswamy — Sri Lankan Tamil metaphysician (1877–1947)
- Ananda Shankar — Indian musician (1942–1999)
- Ananda — Yuan dynasty person CBDB = 30349
Frequently Asked Questions About Ananda
What does the name Ananda mean?
Ananda means "happiness, bliss, joy", and is of Sanskrit origin.
What is the origin of the name Ananda?
Ananda originates from Sanskrit, commonly used in South Asia.
Is Ananda a boy or girl name?
Ananda is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Ananda associated with?
Ananda is associated with Hindu | Buddhist.
Are there famous people named Ananda?
Yes — notable people named Ananda include Ananda Mahidol (eighth monarch of Siam from the Chakri dynasty as Rama VIII), Ananda Coomaraswamy (Sri Lankan Tamil metaphysician, 1877–1947), Ananda Shankar (Indian musician, 1942–1999) and Ananda (Yuan dynasty person CBDB = 30349).
Last updated: June 2026